Tag Archives: civility

Ethics Bob: You Were Right; the Kansas Republicans Are Dunces

Never overestimate the decency of Republicans. Continue reading

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Let’s Be Clear: Kansas House Speaker Mike O’Neal Is A Disgrace, And He Must Resign

Kansas House Speaker Mike O’Neill is a blight on the political landscape. Continue reading

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Phony Smile Ethics

Those big, fake smiles. Continue reading

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Saluting the GOP’s Most Ethical Candidate, Distrusted For Doing the Right Thing

The candidate who ran on teh issue of trust was distrusted by Republicans for doing his patriotic duty. Continue reading

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Snafu Ethics

Is the word snafu uncivil? Continue reading

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The Third Annual Ethics Alarms Awards: The BEST of Ethics 2011

Why is the The Best in Ethics 2011 only about 33% the size of the “Worst”? This troubles me. My objective is not to be negative. The problem, I think, is that ethical conduct is still much more common than … Continue reading

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The Third Annual Ethics Alarms Awards: The Worst of Ethics 2011 (Part 2)

The second and final part of the Ethics Alarms 2011 Worsts. The Bests will be here soon! Continue reading

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Wisconsin Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner, Butt-Head

A rarity: an apology that does more damage than the original offense. Continue reading

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Ethics Dunce: Gary Chaplin

A British executive proves why his mum should have taught him to watch what he says and how he says it. Continue reading

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A Pre-Thanksgiving Day Ethics Quiz: Young vs. Brinkley

It’s The Professor vs. The Congressman! Continue reading

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